Wednesday, July 09, 2008
The Place I Never Want to Leave
The secret place, the intimate encounter, the raw presence of God. There are times when I am alone with the Lord and the world fades away. All my struggles seem like nothing. It is a place I never want to leave. But, I have to address this mystery. My most powerful, tangible experiences happen when I am alone in my room listening to worship music. Not when I am surrounded by other believers. In fact during this season my regular morning church services have been stale. But, God is so near when I simply by myself. I have begun to crave these intimate encounters. I steal away and hide. I know that corporate fellowship is necessary. I haven't completely cut out all fellowship. But, I look forward to the end of the day. I finish all my programs and obligations. Then at the end of the day I rush to my room, turn off the lights, put on worship music, and weep. God is so close during these times. His presence is so tangible and soothing. My day is full of a flurry of activities. The only time I feel truly fulfilled and loved is during my night sessions. I pray that God's presence would be just as evident in corporate settings. But, there is just something special about my alone times.
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I'd venture to say that is the way it should be. Don't you think? I mean, think about when it's someone you love (or even just like!. You enjoy being with them in groups because it's fun, you get to share common experiences, and you are still together. But it's the times when you can steal away and be alone that are the best! The times when it's just the two of you totally transfixed on one another, sharing things that are closer(est) to your hearts. That is what I crave with human relationships. So I'm pretty certain the same could be....should be....true about our relationship with the Lord. I think it's awesome that you desire these times so very much. I'm sure He desires them MUCH more!
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